Exceptional Taisho Period C.1920 Bronze Garden Lantern. The round decorative middle piece aesthetically balances the simple top and base. In fine relief each panel has a scene; one is a sage, another is a dragon. The door opens to allow a lighting source. In the old days it was an oil dish and wick. Very good condition with some of the bronze patina on the middle piece worn away. see pictures. Diameter of the top:62cm;H:69cm. Shipping from our California warehouse. Ask for quote.

Excellent trademark Shigaraki green striped soy storage jar from turn of the century, C.1910. Shigaraki was one of 7 famous kiln areas in Japan and is just outside of Kyoto. They were known for their sake and soy storage jars with the distinctive Shigaraki green and blue glazes over a hagi base. In very good condition with a kiln firing scar around the spout at the bottom. H:43cm x diameter: 31cm. Ask for shipping quote.

Superb Edo Period C.1860 bronze incense burner with silver repair on bottom. The incense burner rests on tripod legs with elephant head motif as well as two elephant handles with rings. The relief work on the rim is superb as well as the body relief. The best feature is the Edo Period repair with real silver on the bottom. Comes in original 'kiri' paulownia box. H:5" x Diameter: 9". Ask for shipping quote.

Very wabi-sabi early Taisho Period C.1915 zen buddhist temple wood carving. The tablet sits on a lotus wood base and the carving of the characters in swirling script is wonderful. On the top is a gold gilt lacquered roof. H:13" x W:6". Ask for shipping quote.

Regal with great impact Taisho Period C.1915 kasuga style stone lantern. From a Kyoto merchant's garden, the lantern stands over 5' tall and is very good condition. Granite stone. Ask for shipping quote from our california warehouse.

Fabulous late Edo Period Keio 4 (C.1868)carved wood sculpture of Tenjin, the Shinto god of learning and inspiration for young men. Carvedby Shinkai Soukei, in feb. of 1868 the month his son was born, Taketaro Shinkai c.1868-1927. We think it was dedicated to his son's birth. Taketaro later became one of Japan's most famous buddhist sculpters and carvers of all time. great condition with tiny wear in the lacquer finish. see pictures. H: 9" x 10".
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Rare and exceptional dragon 'ramma' transom from the late Meiji Period c. 1900. Superb carving of a dragon in the celestial realm surrounded by buddhist clouds all carved in great detail and flow. When a carp swims up a waterfall and makes it over the top, it turns into a dragon that roams the celestial realm as the protector of the Buddha's teachings. 3D claws and eyebrows as well as the head which stands out in relief from the body. The buddhist swirl above the head finishes off a masterpiece that belongs in a museum. 28" tall x 68" long. Condition excellent. Shipping from California warehouse.

Elegant, very large and well executed mixed metal Noh figure of 'Okina'. Signed on the back by the famed metalwork craftsman, Ryusei, Taisho Period C.1920. Detachable mask, the figure holds a fan in dance pose. Crested on the garment are crane crests. Stands 20" tall and 16" wide. Ask for shipping quote from california warehouse. Very good condition.

Wabi sabi late Meiji Period C.1915 bronze lantern with a unique checkered pattern. Hinges and door workd. Inside was an oil dish
for light. Has a lovely blue/green patina from age being hung outside. Condition good with a small crack here and there. Check pictures. H:16" x diameter: 11". Ask for shipping quote from california warehouse.

Intricate Meiji Period C.1910 wood carving transom that came from a large 'butsudan' zen buddhist altar. Covered in gold gilt, two dakini goddesses adorn each end floating on intricate buddhist clouds. In the middle is a dragon carving, the protector of the buddhist teachings in the celestial realm.
Very good condition and comes in original paulownia wood box. Length" 41" x W: 10" x H: 4". Shipping from California warehouse. Ask for shipping quote.

Museum piece cypress wood carving of a shrine diety - "Tenjin" the god of learning and a major figure in ancient Japanese history. This carving is superb with a fantastic facial expression and outstanding carving. Age wear but in excellent condition. Sits on wood stand. Total height is 27" and width: 23". Ask for shipping quote.